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August 1, 2023

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Next Women of Trucking Advisory Board Meeting to Focus on Training and Mentorship

The U.S. Department of Transportation has set an official date for the fourth meeting of the Women in Trucking Advisory Board and it’s just ...

line of self driving trucks on futuristic highway

July 31, 2023

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New House Bills Aim to Boost Autonomous Vehicles but Safety Concerns Remain

The debate over self-driving cars and their safety has caught the attention of Congress. New legislation is set to be considered by the U.S. ...

July 31, 2023

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California Bill Aims to Bridge Insurance Data Gaps for Advanced Fuel Trucks

The California statehouse is pushing forward a bill that tackles a significant challenge faced by heavy-duty trucks and truck fleets that utilize advanced fuels ...

July 31, 2023

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UPS and Teamsters Secure Tentative Contract Avoiding Nationwide Strike

After weeks of negotiations, UPS Inc. and the Teamsters union have reached a five-year contract that could avert a nationwide strike. The agreement, if ...

July 28, 2023

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Truckers Speak Out Against Proposed Rule for Side Underride Guards

Truckers across the nation are raising their concerns about a proposed regulation that would require side underride guards on heavy trucks. As the comment ...

July 28, 2023

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AI Being Used to Fine Texting Truckers in North Carolina

The debate between safety and privacy is heating up as the North Carolina Highway Patrol introduces the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to crackdown ...

July 27, 2023

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Nevada Steps Up Truck Parking Along I-80

Starting this summer, construction will begin on truck parking areas along the Golconda Summit, providing a much-needed resting spot for weary drivers. Interstate 80 ...

July 27, 2023

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Electric Semi-Truck Ignites at Nikola Corporation in Phoenix

In an incident on Sunday, a fire erupted at the Nikola Corporation in Phoenix. The source of the blaze was an electric semi-truck that ...

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July 27, 2023

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Heartland Express Receives 10,000th Freightliner Truck

Heartland Express, Inc. reached a major milestone as it proudly accepted its 10,000th Freightliner tractor. The presentation took place during the company’s driver appreciation ...

July 26, 2023

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Criticism from Congress: EPA Urged to Reconsider Phase 3 GHG Regulations

Congressmen Doug LaMalfa (R-California) and Chris Pappas (D-New Hampshire) are leading a coalition of 31 members of Congress in calling for the Environmental Protection ...